Don't treat tornado watches or warnings lightly. Deadly twisters can hit in Mississippi all year. See what the weather data ...

But deadly storms can hit at any time of year in Mississippi. Certain seasons see more strong storms. Spring is known for having peak tornado weather, but no month is without a severe weather risk.

Mississippi's tornado season typically peaks in the spring, with April being the most active month. The strongest tornadoes, rated EF5, have hit Mississippi six times on record. The deadliest ...

Unfortunately, a few of those can be violent tornadoes, particularly in the South. On March 3, 1966, 59 years ago today, an ...